The Board of Recommendation
The Board of Recommendation consists of respected and knowledgeable members who support our organisation, our activities and our ideals.
The Board of Recommendation
Prof. mr. S.C.J.J. Kortmann
Former Dean of Radboud University Nijmegen; Senior professor civil law; President Grotius Academy
CDR (RNLN) C.J. van Peski, MSc, Ma, PgD
Chair of the Advisory Committee of the Netherlands United Nations Association (NVVN), “Partnering for Peace” Academic Fellow at the Baker Institute for Peace and Conflict Studies/Juniata College, PA (US); Lieutenant Commander Royal Netherlands Navy (RNLN)
Drs. jhr. D. Laman Trip
Co-founder of the Day for Change Foundation; Former CEO of ING Netherlands; Former member of Advisory Group at the UN International Year of Microcredits
Mr. B.O. Dittrich
Advocacy Director LGBT Rights Program at Human Rights Watch; Former member of the Dutch Parliament
Prof. dr. C.W.P.M. Blom
Former Dean of Radboud University Nijmegen; Senior Professor Botany and Ecology Radboud University
Mr. T.C. de Graaf
Vice-President of Raad van State, Former Honorable Mayor of Nijmegen
Mr. P.C. Feith
Former Dutch diplomat; International Civilian Representative for Kosovo; European Union Special Representative; NATO
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Ready to level up your student life?
Join the 23rd Delegation of United Netherlands and take on an international challenge like no other!
Applications are OPEN until May 26th
We’re looking for excellent and motivated students from all academic backgrounds—from physics to philosophy, and everything in between—who are enrolled at a Dutch research university (regular or exchange).
We value ambition, curiosity, and critical thinking.
As part of the delegation, you’ll:
• Develop academically through weekly lectures & simulations
• Compete at OxIMUN (Oxford) and HNMUN (Harvard)—two of the world’s most prestigious MUN conferences
• Grow as a speaker, negotiator, and global thinker
• Make lifelong friends in a close-knit, diverse Delegation
Think you’re up for it?
Apply now through the link in bio and start your next big adventure.
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Bridging diplomacy and justice!
The UNMD Delegation from United Netherlands had the incredible opportunity to visit the International Court of Justice (ICJ). Gaining insights into the world of international law and justice firsthand!
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Celebrating excellence on the world stage! 🏆🌍
We are incredibly proud of our award-winning Delegates from the 22nd United Netherlands Delegation at Harvard National MUN 2025!
Our recognized Delegates:
Uruguay in NATO
Estonia in WIPO
Egypt in the Legal Committee
They demonstrated outstanding leadership, diplomacy, and dedication—earning well-deserved recognition among the world’s best.
From passionate debates to strategic negotiations, our recognized Delegates showcased the true spirit of United Netherlands. Your hard work and commitment have left a lasting impact!
To us it’s clear that all Delegates are winners, with our without the recognition. We look back on an amazing New York Training Week and Harvard Conference. What an experience it was!
Thank you to @harvardnationalmun for an unforgettable experience—see you next year!
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